Architectural Designer

DPR Construction is seeking an Architectural Designer in Phoenix, AZ, to design prefabricated wall systems. Responsibilities include developing building envelope designs, collaborating with architects and engineers, creating technical drawings, and ensuring compliance with building codes. Candidates should have a degree in Architecture or related fields, 5+ years of experience in building envelope design, and proficiency in design software like Revit and AutoCAD.
Digital Building Components (DBC), part of the DPR Family of Companies, is seeking a skilled and passionate Architectural Designer to join our growing team. As an Architectural Designer, you will play a crucial role in designing and developing the exterior envelope systems for prefabricated walls. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, and project managers to create designs that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing while ensuring compliance with building codes, energy efficiency standards, and environmental requirements.

This position requires a strong understanding of building envelope systems, materials, and construction methods, as well as proficiency with Revit and BIM and the ability to translate concepts into practical, manufacturable solutions. Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:

Supervisory Responsibilities
• None.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Design Development - develop comprehensive building envelope designs for prefabricated wall systems, ensuring integration of insulation, cladding, weatherproofing, and structural components.
• Collaboration - work closely with architects, structural engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure designs meet project specifications, local building codes, and sustainability standards.
• Technical Drawings - create detailed construction drawings, technical specifications, and assembly instructions for prefabricated wall systems using ACC, Sketch up or BIM software (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.).
• Quality Assurance - review design outputs to ensure quality standards, accuracy, and consistency. Identify potential design flaws or challenges and resolve them proactively.
• Manufacturing Liaison - work with the manufacturing team to ensure designs are producible, meet cost-effective goals, and can be assembled with ease in the prefabrication process.

Required Skills and Abilities
• Good communication and collaboration skills with a variety of stakeholders.
• Handle project-related communication and negotiations with clients and contractors.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively within the constraints of prefabricated design.
• Develop and assist the design process from conceptual phase through construction documentation.
• Proficiency in design software (AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, etc.) and other relevant tools. Bonus for knowledge with Rhino, Dynamo.
• Ability to work on large-scale architectural projects.

Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Building Science, or a related field.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment.
• Proven experience 5+ years in building envelope design, bonus if in prefabricated or modular construction.
• Strong experience with BIM (Building Information Modeling) tools and processes Like ACC and Procore.

Physical Requirements
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times if needed.

Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. The DPR family of companies offers comprehensive benefits programs for skilled craft and labor and experienced professionals and recent graduates.

Company DescriptionDPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.